Seumas
Boy name · Gaelic · Irish · Scottish
Meaningsupplanter · Scottish Gaelic
Seumas is a Gaelic and Irish boy name meaning “supplanter”, with Scottish Gaelic roots. Scottish Gaelic names carry the sound of the Highlands and islands where they're still spoken. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- AnagramShuffle the letters of Seumas and you get Seamus. Same letters, different name.
- Word funSeumas starts and ends with the same letter, S. A neat little bookend.
- GenerationSeumas peaked in 1981, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Seumas you'd meet today is about 44 years old.
- HistorySeumas first shows up in US birth records in 1981, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 44 years since.
US births per million boys, 1981–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Seumas
Seumas is a boy name of Gaelic, Irish and Scottish origin meaning “supplanter”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1980s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Gaelic namesIrish namesScottish names
More Gaelic boy names
- Boy name: Liam · resolute protector
- Unisex name: Owen · well-born
- Unisex name: Miles · possibly gracious
- Unisex name: Logan · little hollow
- Unisex name: Rowan · little red-haired one
- Unisex name: Aiden · little fire
- Unisex name: Nolan · descendant of Nuallán
- Boy name: Ian · God is gracious
Questions about the name Seumas
What does the name Seumas mean?
Seumas means “supplanter” and comes from Scottish Gaelic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include James (“supplanter”), Jacob (“supplanter”), Thiago (“supplanter”) and Diego (“possibly supplanter”).
What is the origin of the name Seumas?
Seumas is Gaelic, Irish and Scottish in origin, and its meaning traces back to Scottish Gaelic. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Seumas turns up in more than one tradition. Other Gaelic names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Owen (“well-born”), Miles (“possibly gracious”) and Logan (“little hollow”).
Is Seumas a boy or girl name?
Seumas is a boy name.
How popular is the name Seumas?
Seumas is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1981. It peaked at #6,262 in 1981, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Seumas?
If you like Seumas, you might also like James, Jacob, Thiago and Diego.
What should I know before naming my baby Seumas?
Seumas is a Gaelic and Irish boy name meaning “supplanter”, with Scottish Gaelic roots. Scottish Gaelic names carry the sound of the Highlands and islands where they're still spoken. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.